Evolution Mining Limited
Underground Dump Truck Operator
- Lifestyle friendly roster: 8/6/ - 7/7
- FIFO from Carins or Townsville
- DIDO + travel or local living allowance from Mt Isa or Cloncurry
About us
Evolution Mining has evolved from a small company into a globally relevant gold mining business with a reputation of delivering value for all stakeholders. Our overriding priority is safety. We dare our people to think differently, we act like owners, and we live our values of safety, accountability, excellence, and respect.
We want people’s time at Evolution to be a highlight of their career, forging a company that’s known for sustainable excellence, and attracting the best talent, not only to Evolution, but also to our industry.
This is a site-based position, working at our Ernest Henry operation. The Ernest Henry copper-gold operation is a large-scale, long-life asset. The operation employs sub-level caving or extraction method. It is located 38km north-east of Cloncurry, Queensland on the traditional lands of the Mitakoodi people.
About the role
Reporting to production supervisor, you will be responsible for safely operating and manoeuvring heavy underground dump trucks whilst adhering to trucking rates, limiting the amount of stock piling performed, and adhering to all safety policies and procedures. Other responsibilities will include but not be limited to:
- Ensuring timely loading and unloading of materials at designated locations
- Performing duties of other roles (service crew, loader, grader, magazine keeper etc) as trained and when directed by the supervisor.
- Conducting routine pre- and post-operation checks of the underground dump truck
- Effectively managing your own time to maximise productivity and minimise wastage.
- Maintaining clear communication with supervisors, co-workers, and other personnel using radio or other communication systems to coordinate movements and ensure safety protocols are followed
- Working with a safety-first mindset, reporting all incidents and / or injuries in line with site reporting procedures
About you
Your knowledge and experience as a underground dump truck driver, will contribute to ongoing success of one of Evolution Mining’s largest mines. You must have a willingness to continue to improve, implement new ideas and own changes. The right person will be willing to uphold site standards and work towards and hold your peers accountable for their actions. We are looking for people who have the following attributes and qualifications:
- Manual Drivers Licence (mandatory)
- Queensland Security Explosives Clearance Card (QSEC Card) (preferred but no essential)
- Previous experience in operation of underground dump trucks i.e. Sandvik TH663i/551i, CAT AD45/55(preferred)
- Proven capability operating heavy articulated underground equipment
What we can offer
At Evolution we offer a range of employee benefits, that we review on a regular basis, ensuring we are listening to what our employees want. If successful, you can expect to receive the following:
- Competitive salary package
- Various salary packaging options including novated car leasing, etc
- 8/6 – 7/7 roster, FIFO from Cairns or Townsville, DIDO from Mt Isa and Cloncurry with a travel or local living allowance
- Quarterly production bonus
- Complimentary life insurance and income protection
- Future opportunities to work interstate and overseas.
More about Evolution
Evolution operates wholly owned mines across Australia and Canada.
Click here to learn more about Ernest Henry and the Evolution Mining journey,
Our Story – Evolution Mining - https://evolutionmining.com.au/our-story/
Ernest Henry Operations – https://evolutionmining.com.au/ernest-henry/
Evolution recognises that climate change is one of the most pressing problems facing all of us and that we need to take serious action if we are to have a future business, clean and productive environment and healthy society. Evolution supports the Paris Agreement and is committed to be net zero by 2050, and an interim target of reducing our emissions by 30% by 2030.
We are an equal opportunity employer with a commitment to providing safe and inclusive work environments which allow our employees to be themselves. We support our employees' work-life integration and provide a stimulating environment to foster development and career growth.
We encourage candidates from diverse backgrounds to apply.
As part of the application process, Evolution will be collecting your personal information to assess your suitability for the role.